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Context and overview
The Nukini people continually seek to strengthen their social organisation, autonomy and food security. Deterioration of the association headquarters’ roof and limited space in the community kitchen hindered assemblies, village governance and food preparation for community events.
Through this Conexão Ancestral project, the community completed the revitalisation of its social infrastructure, securing safe, functional and dignified spaces for collective management and preservation of traditions.
Impact in numbers
- 1 Association Headquarters Fully Renovated: complete revitalisation of the roof, including timber replacement and installation of galvanised sheets and thatch.
- 3 Linear Metres of Extension: expansion of the community kitchen’s usable area with a new concrete floor.
- 1 Large Masonry Wood-Burning Stove: a structure built to support collective events and continuous food preparation.
- 1 Annex/Materials Room Built: a dedicated space for storing, preserving and organising supplies, food stocks and community equipment.
- 100% Adaptation for Collective Management: full resumption of assemblies, gatherings and administrative management in a space protected from the weather.
Infrastructure and works delivered
The completed project delivered essential physical and logistical improvements for Nukini Village.
| Space / Structure | Intervention / Technical Specification | Delivered Target |
|---|---|---|
| Nukini Association Headquarters | Removal of the deteriorated structure, replacement of the timber framework and renewal of the roof with galvanised sheets and traditional thatch. | 1 headquarters renovated |
| Community Kitchen | Excavation, foundation work and installation of a level concrete floor, expanding the usable area. | Extension of 3 linear metres |
| Traditional Cooking Equipment | Construction of a large community masonry wood-burning stove for collective meals. | 1 masonry stove |
| Food Storage Room | Construction of masonry walls for a supplies storage room adjoining the kitchen. | 1 storage room built |
Consolidated results
- Organisational Strengthening and Sovereignty: provision of a dignified, safe and protected place for assemblies, meetings and political decision-making by the Nukini community.
- Food Security and Community Life: suitable hygiene conditions and expanded capacity to prepare meals during gatherings and traditional celebrations.
- Organisation and Protection of Community Assets: safe storage of equipment and food supplies in an enclosed environment protected from deterioration.
- Community Resilience and Unity: consolidation of a physical foundation that supports social sustainability, collective work and the wellbeing of future generations of the Nukini people.
